Graphics card & PSU upgrade suggestions

Hi! I'm looking for a gfx card upgrade under 5K. My config is:

{
AMD Athlon64 X2 3800+
ASUS M2N-MX motherboard
1.5GB DDR2
160 GB HDD
}

I'm currently on an ASUS EN6200TC 64/256MB and a stock 350W PSU. I think I'll need a new PSU as well. So what would be your recommendations? And how much dough (if any) can I get for that ancient gfx card of mine?

Keep in mind, I can't stretch my budget by too much!

Thanks!!

Palit 9600GSO 384MB 6.5k + Generic 500W PSU = 7k.
If you cant stretch then a 8600GT + 500W PSU

H

+1 for 9600GSO 384MB

How much will a 8600GT & a 500W PSU cost? I'm thinking a 256MB GDDR3 version would be better, whatsay? As for a PSU, your reply suggests it would only cost about Rs.500, great!!! Any idea about the price of a second-hand 6200TC, anyone??

N

Would go around 1.2k.u need to find a buyer though.i suggest u put this on sale on techenclave.a lot of ppl there look for this card.
For the new card +psu-what pathik suggested

nish_higher said:
Would go around 1.2k.u need to find a buyer though.i suggest u put this on sale on techenclave.a lot of ppl there look for this card.
For the new card +psu-what pathik suggested

Thanks! I'll see if I can find a buyer for it! At least now I can quote a base price

As for the new card, I'm leaning towards the 8600GT with 256MB GDDR3 memory. What brand should I go for? XFX is good but I've heard that they charge a premium coz of the brand name.

N

I'd suggest msi or palit.but if u really want some decent performance that lasts longer go for palit 9600gso for 6.5k.

nish_higher said:
I'd suggest msi or palit.but if u really want some decent performance that lasts longer go for palit 9600gso for 6.5k.

I could go for the 9600GSO, but I'm not quite sure if it'll be available here in Bhopal. Even if it is, I'm expecting it to be overpriced

N

U can order it from theitwares or lynx india.there won't be any poblem with the card or in case of availing warranty.its way better than 8600gt.

H

dont go for 8600GT if u can afford a 9600GSO.8600GT is old.